Donald Wayne Paffenroth

August 13, 1957 - October 3, 2010
Donald Wayne Paffenroth


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Donald Wayne Paffenroth, 53 of Wilmington passed away October 3, 2010 at his residence.

He was preceded in death by his father Donald H. Paffenroth.

Donald is survived by his mother Doreece Parrish, daughters Christine Paffenroth Bates, Jamie Still, and Sarah Paffenroth, 8 grandsons, brothers Michael and Jimmy Paffenroth, sisters Katrina Copeland and Gail Shappley, and the mother of his children Julia Earp.

Memorial service will be 6:00 PM, Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

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Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099


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  • October 07, 2010
    Apryl McDonald says:
    I'm very sorry for your loss.

  • October 05, 2010
    Michael Foster says:
    Donald's infectious charm, laughter and Charity, have made a lasting Impact On Me. God blessed me for putting Donald on this earth... Each person in his family Is a blessing.. I pray that God will give comfort to all that knew and Loved "Fatsy".. Growing up together with Donald and his brothers, close knit circle of friends. has been the base of many laughter filled moments of reflection... I will truly miss you Donald Wayne.

  • October 08, 2010
    Kathy McFee Richardson says:
    My thoughts are with the family of Donald.Growing up I felt like I was a part of them and special thoughts to his mother and sisters. I love you dearly.

  • October 05, 2010
    L.D. & Diane Mintz says:
    Donald, I can't begin to tell you how much we miss seeing you, and talking to you everyday. I thank God for all the good times we've spent together. We have wonderful memories. Donald, I have always and will continue to consider you closer than a brother to me. Since L.D. met you, he feels the same way. You rest in peace Donald, and when you see our Mama and Grandma, That we love them. Until we meet again, All our Love and prayers to you, Diane & L.D. Mintz

  • October 05, 2010
    Willa & Gary White says:
    L.D. & Diane Mintz. So very sorry for your loss. I pray God will keep you strong and give you the peace of knowing that you will meet again. Please know that we're here for you. You are SO Special to us, and I know how Special Donald was to you. We will see you soon. Take good care of yourselves and know that you have our love and prayers. Willa & Gary White (LD & Diane's sister)